Mexico City: A Living Labyrinth

A sprawling city built over ancient lakes, Mexico City is a living mosaic of culture, neighborhoods, and history. This map charts the pulse of CDMX — from its legendary Centro Histórico to its creative hubs, leafy districts, and vibrant local barrios. It’s a guide to the city’s rhythm: chaotic, colorful, and endlessly alive.

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Magical Xochimilco Trajineras

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Located in Xochimilco, the Trajineras are kind of like Mexican gondolas, except larger and full of colour. Taking a ride on one of the boats along the canals, you'll find floating vendors selling foods, drinks and snacks, as well as mariachi bands, and souvenirs.

Address: Laguna del muerto, San Jerónimo, Xochimilco, 16040 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico

About @TakeTimeToTravel

Hey, It's Tom and Mike, 5 years ago, we decided to sell everything, other than what we could fit into a couple of suitcases and travel full time. We started our journey exploring and eating through Canada in places like Montreal, Quebec City, Mont Tremblant, Vancouver, Victoria, and Niagara Falls, and then started travelling internationally to places like Mexico, Thailand, Greece, France, Portugal & Spain. It's been an incredible experience, but there's lots more to check out! Join us on our travels as we explore and eat our way around the World!

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